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Ashton Miller Attempts to Claim Credit for Early Morning Kid Duty, Emily Sanders Responds with ‘Nice Try’
Oh, you go, Emily Sanders!
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Wow, I’m a parenting superstar! My partner is so lucky to have me,” only to realize that what you did is just part of the gig? Over the weekend, Ashton Miller was honored with the ‘Robert D. Ray Pillar of Character Award’ and shared a moment when his wife, Emily, put him in his place regarding parenting responsibilities.
Miller received this accolade at the Ron Pearson Center in his home state of Iowa. The award recognizes individuals who consistently exemplify good character as role models. During his acceptance speech, he humorously reflected on his questionable judgment in the past and dedicated the award to his family, including wife Emily Sanders. “You won’t believe it, but this morning, I woke up and thought I was doing great by getting up early with the kids before she woke up,” he said. “Then she reminded me, ‘Oh, you’re tired now? I do this every day!’ But you know what? She’s right!”
And yes, she absolutely is!
Most moms are all too familiar with the double standards that exist in parenting. I see it firsthand when my own mother visits and praises my partner for helping with the kids while I’m left to juggle everything else. Sure, he’s tired, but so am I! We both work full-time jobs and have three kids to care for. When it comes to parenting, being involved is not an option; it’s an expectation.
Miller also touched on the emotional challenges of being a parent, saying, “When Emily and I had our kids, I realized I needed to call my parents and apologize because I finally understood how much they loved me.”
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In summary, Ashton Miller’s humorous reflections on parenting highlight the importance of equal participation in raising children, while Emily Sanders reminds us that parenting is a shared responsibility and not just a badge of honor for one partner.